The Six Nations heats up with an early top-of-the-table clash between the pre-tournament favourites and the side that has most caught the eye. It’s the biggest game of the championship so far, so read on as our guide explains how to watch a France vs Ireland live stream for the 2022 Six Nations from anywhere in the world and what TV channel – including free-to-air coverage in the UK and Ireland.
Les Bleus took a while to get going last weekend, but when they eventually hit their stride there was only ever going to be one outcome.
The pressing concern for Fabien Galthie will be that there might not be a game left to salvage if they stumble out of the blocks against Ireland. Andy Farrell’s men were ruthless against the reigning champions, running out 29-7 winners.
It was a stunning result, and Ireland are out to prove that it had more to do with their own brilliance than Wales’ injury crisis.
Both teams are in scintillating form, with Ireland undefeated in nine and France having won seven of their past eight, and the two main men will be doubly motivated. Johnny Sexton’s brief stint at Racing 92 means he’s always going to be under the microscope against France, while Antoine Dupont is out to prove his credentials as skipper.
Whoever wins here will be the outright favourite for the championship, so follow our guide as we explain all the ways to get a France vs Ireland live stream wherever you are right now – starting with how to watch the Six Nations for FREE in the UK and Ireland.
How to watch France vs Ireland: live stream Six Nations for FREE in the UK
How to watch France vs Ireland from outside your country
We’ve recommended some of the best places to live stream Six Nations games below. But might run into a problem trying to access them if you’re outside of your country. This is because of something called geo-blocking.
Simply follow our VPN advice below and you’ll soon be around that issue with a great bit of software that allows you to relocate your device back to your country of residence – thereby regaining access to all the streaming services and content you normally enjoy at home.
Use a VPN to live stream France vs Ireland from anywhere
How to use a VPN
Using a VPN is as easy as one-two-three…
1. Download and install a VPN – as we say, our top choice is ExpressVPN
2. Connect to the appropriate server location – open the VPN app, hit ‘choose location’ and select the appropriate location, eg: ‘UK’ for iPlayer and ITV Hub.
3. Go to the broadcaster’s stream – head to your home broadcaster’s site or app and watch as if you were at home – ITV Hub for UK citizens abroad.
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